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Friday 2:40 PM – 3:40 PM · Room 2019 · Moderator: Staci Simmons

The Silent Struggle

Tara Wood, DNP, CRNP, NNP-BC, Jennifer Humphries, DNP, CRNP, NNP-BC

Learning objectives

  • Identify factors contributing to mental and emotional distress among NICU nurses.
  • Describe the purpose and components of the Code Lavender support intervention.
  • Discuss how implementing Code Lavender promotes resilience, psychological safety, and staff well-being in the NICU setting.

Abstract

NICU nurses face chronic stress and emotional fatigue that threaten their mental health and patient safety. The Code Lavender program provides immediate emotional and spiritual support during distress, fostering resilience and psychological safety. Implementing this initiative emphasizes nurse well-being, reduces stigma, and promotes a supportive, compassionate workplace culture in neonatal care settings.